While it’s had to overcome a negative perception about the quality of remanufactured parts, one West Michigan company has built its business around the value proposition the components offer customers compared to new parts.

KENTWOOD — Advocates for a bill pending in Congress say that using remanufactured parts to repair and maintain federal vehicle fleets would not only help save taxpayer money, but also act to spur job creation at local companies.

After spending decades distancing themselves from diesel engines in North America, the Detroit Three automakers have slowly started to come around to the niche potential for diesel-powered cars, trucks and SUVs.